Newcastle v Benfica ends in chaos, Otamendi caught up in the row | OneFootball

Nicolás Otamendi, captain of Benfica, was not at all satisfied with the result. However, the Argentine’s dissatisfaction didn’t end there and ended up escalating when he refused to make any statements at the end of the match, following the defeat against Newcastle.

Everything happened just minutes after the final whistle by Szymon Marciniak, when Benfica’s press officer decided to ask Nicolás Otamendi to be the squad’s representative for the flash interview. The Argentine promptly refused the request, without giving any explanation.

In the television footage that was quickly shared, you can see the press officer approaching the number 30, however, he moves away from the staff member and, visibly furious, heads towards the tunnel at Saint James’ Park, closely followed by the Benfica staff member.

It should be remembered that Benfica left Newcastle defeated, in what was their third match of the Champions League group stage. The Magpies’ goals were scored by Anthony Gordon, in the first half, and Harvey Barnes, who netted twice in the second half.

With this result, the Eagles remain without a single win or point in this edition of the Champions League, making this one of their worst campaigns in recent years. José Mourinho’s team now turns its attention to the league, as next Saturday, October 25, they have a match scheduled against Arouca.

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